12/08/2011
A Woman’s Strength
Born in 1859 in Vienna, Bertha Pappenheim was acutely aware of the…
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12/08/2011
Your Own Strength
Use your own personal strengths to get involved in the community.
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12/07/2011
Bankrupt
The concept of forgivable bankruptcy--declaring one’s self legally…
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12/07/2011
Put A Bit Away
If you need to repay a loan, create a plan of action (like putting $5 into…
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12/06/2011
The Jews of Finland
For most European countries, the history of its Jewish presence begins some…
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12/06/2011
Out Of Town
When traveling, find out if there is a Jewish community at your destination…
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12/05/2011
Joseph, Son of Jacob
The story of Jacob’s eleventh son is a tale of epic proportion. The…
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12/02/2011
With What May We Light
The Friday night synagogue service is actually two separate services,…
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12/02/2011
Winter Shabbat
The earliest Shabbats of the year take place in December, so enjoy the long…
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12/01/2011
Rachel’s Curse
Reward and punishment are complicated concepts. Suffice it to say that…
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11/30/2011
No Foretelling Death
The Talmud in Pesachim 54b lists the day of one’s death as the first of…
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11/30/2011
Preparation
While one cannot know the day of one’s death, it is important to think…
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11/29/2011
Mother of Alchemy
While we of the modern world scoff at the ancient alchemists who tried to…
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11/29/2011
Science Project
If you like science, take some time to research the history of Jewish…
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11/28/2011
Professor Dr. Solomon Schechter
Born to a Chassidic family in Romania, Solomon Schechter (1847-1915) grew…
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11/28/2011
Being Proud
Do something today that expresses your pride in being Jewish.
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11/25/2011
Caveat Emptor…Let the Buyer Beware (And the Seller Too)
Today is “Black Friday,” the day on which retailers across America try to…
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11/25/2011
Shopping For
If you are out shopping, perhaps pick up something special for Shabbat.
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11/24/2011
Feast of Gratitude
While the majority of the sacrifices enumerated in the Torah are related to…
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11/24/2011
Don’t Forget The Thanks
As you celebrate Thanksgiving today, don't forget to direct some of your…
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11/23/2011
Animal Instincts
In their natural habitats, every creature on earth helps create a balance…
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11/22/2011
Gleaning Supermarket Aisles
It is nearly time for Thanksgiving, and throughout the United States…
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11/22/2011
An Extra Can
Purchase an extra can or two of vegetables to donate to a local food drive.
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11/21/2011
The Rabbi’s Mountain
Few rabbis have been honored with having a mountain named for them. But,…
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11/21/2011
Build Bridges
Being nice to all people is the simplest way to build interfaith bridges.
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11/18/2011
Man Ray
The Dadist Cultural Movement created works so far from conventional art as…
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11/18/2011
Shabbat Walk
Enjoy the beauty of fall and appreciate God's artistry with a relaxing…
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